Where Can You Find a Roommate?
Are you thinking about getting a roommate? Trying to find a roommate is a smart move to make as a renter. Getting a roommate can help you financially, by cutting the rent in half or more. You also have a buddy built into your living situation, which can be a lot of fun. “That sounds […]
Tenant Tips: Move Into Your Next Home
You’ve found a new place and were just approved to move in! CONGRATULATIONS! Maybe this is your very first place on your own or it’s just been a while since your last move, but here are 6 steps to make moving as simple as possible. Pay Your Security Deposit Through a Trackable Method (check, cashier’s […]
Benefits Of Being A Pet-Friendly Landlord
Scratched-up walls, scraped paint, and damaged doors are all potential consequences of owning a pet, which is why most landlords do not have pet-friendly listings. If you are a rental owner, chances are you do not allow tenants to have pets because that’s the norm for many property owners and managers. Barring renters from housing […]
How To Avoid Fraudulent Rental Listings
Renting a home can be excruciatingly stressful. Going through hundreds of listings, contacting landlords, haggling for lower rent, and working out the utility expenses are all a lot of aspects to sketch out. Sadly that’s not all! Another distressing dimension of renting an estate is the risk of falling into the trap of fraudulent listings. […]
9 Good Dog Breeds for Renting an Apartment
Living in an apartment comes with its own set of rules. Many apartment complexes have a strict no-pet or no-dog policy, which can be a huge bummer! But even if you manage to find a place that allows you to keep a dog, the breed of the dog can be the main deciding factor in […]
What to Know as a First Time Renter
Moving into your first apartment or house is super exciting. You are finally in charge of your own space, and you can do whatever you want, within limits of course. This freedom comes at a price, as you have more responsibilities and bills to pay. Before you start exploring the options for your first rental […]
Cleaning Tips for Moving Out of Your Rental
After months of planning and weeks of hard work, you have all your belongings packed up and are ready to move out of your rental. But wait, there is a box that can’t be taped up right now; cleaning supplies. But, don’t worry, you will not have to spend money on cleaning services for this […]
Rental Friendly Home Decor Ideas
Living in a rental can sometimes stifle the interior designer in you that has big dreams of accent walls and hanging light fixtures. Don’t worry, there are rental-friendly home decor ideas that can help you express yourself to your heart’s content. Understandably, you don’t want to antagonize your landlord by drilling holes in the walls […]
Tips for Renting in Another State
If you have ever searched for a rental property, you know that it can be a daunting task. The challenges of house hunting multiply when you’re looking to rent a property in another state. The long-distance rental property search can bring several unique challenges. Whether you are moving to another state for a new job […]
Renting Advice for College Students
College life can be pretty demanding. From signing up for the right courses and attending classes to working part-time and maintaining a decent GPA, a college student has a lot on their plate. Add apartment hunting to the mix, and you might find yourself on the verge of a meltdown, because finding a decent accommodation […]